CEF - BAS Reviews 14

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.5

Unit 42, Yardley Business Park, Miles Gray Road, SS14 3GN Basildon, GB


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Basildon is our Account Branch, We collect from convenient store locations and we receive deliveries to sites and our stores. We always receive a great service from this CEF Basildon, as well as... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Workwear Heated hoody - Straight forward click and collect. Item was competitively priced

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really helpful team at the Basildon Branch, always ready to assist with any requirements you may have... great stock in branch but if only available online, the delivery is very quick, normally the n... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

When I went to collect my goods an item was not actually in stock. Went to the next branch which also showed the item to be in stock and wasn't. However he then rang the next nearest branch showing st... See more

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Company details

  1. Electrical Wholesaler
  2. Cable Company
  3. Electrical Appliance Wholesaler
  4. Lighting Wholesaler
  5. Screw Supplier
  6. Solar Energy Equipment Supplier

About CEF - BAS

Written by the company

We go above and beyond for our customers wherever and whenever you contact CEF, our focus is to help you.

CEF has a UK national network of 393 branches with electrical experts in-branch ready to help with friendly advice and support to allow you to get the job done. Established in 1951, CEF is privately owned and the business now extends to the USA, Canada, Ireland, Spain, and Australia.

CEF is the expert electrical wholesaler for professional electricians and contractors all over the UK.

Our ‘Same Day In-branch’ range of almost 3,000 electrical products is available in every branch. Our fully trained sales, technical, and service staff are ready to help.

Place online orders for next working day delivery at cef.co.uk from over 300 leading suppliers.

In-branch and online we offer the largest range of products, giving you access to more than 35,000 products.

Our online customer service team is available from 8am to 8pm via phone, email, or live web chat to offer advice and assistance with your queries.

By partnering with Trustpilot we welcome your feedback, helping us ensure your experience is the best it can be.

Stocklists of: Cables and Accessories/Cable Management/CCTV, Fire and Security/Data and Networking/Heating and Ventilation/Industrial Controls/Lamps and Tubes/Lighting Luminaires/Power Tools/Renewables/Switchgear and Distribution/Test Equipment/Tools, Fixings, and Workwear/Wiring Accessories

CEF - Your local Electrical Experts

Written by the company

Over 390 Stores Nationwide
You'll be sure to find a CEF near you
Next Day Delivery
On all orders placed before 6pm
Free Delivery
Spend over £50 and get Free delivery to any mainland UK address or your nearest CEF store
Reserve and Collect
Reserve your products online and collect them from your nearest store
Customer Service
Our dedicated Customer Service team are available Mon - Fri 7.30am - 8pm

Contact info

  • Unit 42, Yardley Business Park, Miles Gray Road, SS14 3GN, Basildon, United Kingdom

  • 01268 530274

4.5

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Workwear Heated hoody

Workwear Heated hoody - Straight forward click and collect. Item was competitively priced

December 7, 2025
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Reply from CEF - BAS

Thank you very much for your review.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Basildon Branch - Great Service

Basildon is our Account Branch,
We collect from convenient store locations and we receive deliveries to sites and our stores.
We always receive a great service from this CEF Basildon, as well as many others across our working area in London and the South East of England.
Thank you! :)

October 16, 2025
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Reply from CEF - BAS

Thank you very much for your review and feedback.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really helpful team at the Basildon…

Really helpful team at the Basildon Branch, always ready to assist with any requirements you may have...
great stock in branch but if only available online, the delivery is very quick, normally the next working day

November 14, 2024
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Reply from CEF - BAS

Thank you very much for your review Ken.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Took the trouble to phone me when it…

Took the trouble to phone me when it arrived (a day early). Best price. Great transaction thank you.

April 12, 2024
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Reply from CEF - BAS

Thank you very much for your review and feedback David.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Service All Round

Very Helpful, Great Friendly Service. Quick on Service when in Shop

January 4, 2024
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Reply from CEF - BAS

Thank you very much for your review.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Not always in Stock or on the shelf.

When I went to collect my goods an item was not actually in stock. Went to the next branch which also showed the item to be in stock and wasn't. However he then rang the next nearest branch showing stock and after checking physically I then drove a further 14miles to collect. So from Basildon to Brentwood none at Romford so I ended up at Grays.

August 23, 2023
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Reply from CEF - BAS

Thank you for your review and feedback William.

We apologise that on this occasion we have not provided you with an acceptable level of service.

Our customer services team will be in contact with you.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Fast reliable delivery to branch .
In stock . Great for choice of materials. Well done Cef

January 6, 2023
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Reply from CEF - BAS

Thank you very much for your review Kevin.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bentonite clay

Alls good and arrived at the agreed time.

July 4, 2022
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Reply from CEF - BAS

Thank you very much for your review Lee.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly wholesalers

Friendly wholesalers, knowledgeable and passionate. Would use again.

September 26, 2021
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Reply from CEF - BAS

Thank you very much for your review.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just received the most fantastic…

Just received the most fantastic service from Rob, store manager Basildon. Thank you! Our company regularly uses this store and we always receive a great service from all the staff. Highly recommended.

September 24, 2021
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Reply from CEF - BAS

Thank you very much for your review and feedback.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

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